Workplace Giving

Every day, men and women who once served our country face the harsh reality of living without a safe place to call home. In Brevard County and across Central Florida, veterans are struggling with housing insecurity, health issues, and the difficult process of rebuilding their lives after service.

National Veterans Homeless Support (NVHS) has been on the front lines of this fight since 2008, reducing veteran homelessness in Brevard County by 90 percent through outreach, housing programs, and prevention services. While our work has made a lasting difference, the need for help continues.

One of the most powerful ways to support our mission is through Workplace Giving. These programs allow you to make contributions through your employer, often with minimal effort on your part, but with life-changing results for the veterans we serve.

Take the first step toward making a real difference by enrolling in your workplace giving program and supporting NVHS today.

The Difference Your Work Can Make for Veterans

Workplace giving is more than a donation. It is a way to create steady, reliable funding that ensures veterans can access help when they need it most. Contributions from workplace programs allow NVHS to maintain and expand the services that save lives, including:

• Street Outreach and “Search & Rescue” Missions to locate veterans living outdoors and connect them with immediate support.
• Homelessness Prevention Services to stop evictions before they happen and keep veterans in safe, stable homes.
• Transitional Housing that offers a secure place to live while veterans work toward independence.
• VA Benefits Assistance to help veterans navigate complex paperwork and access the benefits they have earned.
• Mental Health and Substance Abuse Support to address underlying issues that can lead to homelessness.

For many veterans, the difference between despair and stability comes down to having consistent resources. Workplace giving ensures we can provide that stability all year long.

Simple Ways to Support Veterans at Work

There are several ways to participate in workplace giving, and each one provides meaningful support to NVHS programs.

United Way Campaigns

If your employer participates in a United Way giving drive, you can choose NVHS as the beneficiary of your contribution. This process is straightforward and can be completed during your company’s annual campaign period.

Combined Federal Campaign (CFC)

Federal employees, including active-duty military personnel and postal workers, can give to NVHS through the CFC using code 67808. The CFC is one of the largest workplace giving programs in the nation, making it a powerful way to help veterans.

Matching Gift Programs

Many companies offer to match their employees’ charitable donations. Some employers even double or triple the amount you give. This is one of the easiest ways to increase your impact without spending more.

Volunteer Grants

If you volunteer with NVHS, your employer may provide a financial donation based on the hours you contribute. These volunteer grants help fund our services while also recognizing the value of your time and skills. Take action now by reaching out and making it possible for NVHS to provide veterans with safe housing, counseling, and essential resources.

Turning Your Job Into a Force for Good

Even if you’ve never participated in a workplace giving program before, getting started is simple. Many employees assume it takes a lot of time or paperwork, but most programs are designed to make donating straightforward and automatic. By following a few easy steps, you can ensure your contribution has maximum impact for veterans in need, turning your everyday work into meaningful support.

• Contact Your Human Resources Department
  • Ask about available workplace giving options, such as United Way campaigns, CFC participation, matching gifts, or volunteer grant programs.
• Choose NVHS as Your Nonprofit
  • When enrolling in a giving program, designate National Veterans Homeless Support as your charity. If you are a federal employee, use CFC code 67808.
• Submit Matching Gift Requests
  • If your employer offers matching gifts, complete the necessary forms to ensure your donation is matched.
• Log Volunteer Hours
  • For volunteer grant programs, record your hours according to your employer’s process so NVHS can receive additional funding.

By taking these simple steps, you can transform your daily work into a force for good.

Seeing the Results of Your Generosity

Every dollar given through workplace giving goes directly toward programs that meet veterans where they are. Your contributions can:

• Provide safe shelter for a veteran who has been living outdoors.
• Cover rent to prevent a veteran from becoming homeless.
• Supply food, clothing, and essential items for veterans in crisis.
• Support mental health counseling and addiction recovery services.
• Fund outreach teams that bring hope and resources to the most vulnerable.

When you give through your workplace, you are part of a community of supporters actively changing lives. Help NVHS create meaningful change by turning your daily work into life-changing support for local veterans.

Lives Changed Thanks to People Like You

Workplace giving makes stories of transformation possible. Here are a couple of examples of how your contributions have directly improved lives:

Katherine T.

Katherine, a 75-year-old disabled Air Force veteran, came to NVHS when her front stairs became too dangerous to use. NVHS partnered with Home Depot to replace her stairs and build a brand-new porch, turning a safety project into a heartfelt gift that allowed her to remain independent.

The Burrell Family

After an eviction, the Burrell family entered NVHS transitional housing. With only one car and a daughter undergoing cancer treatment, daily life was a struggle. NVHS provided a van and support services, easing their challenges and helping the family stay on track toward stability.

These stories represent just a small glimpse of the difference your workplace giving can make.

How Team Efforts Bring Stability to Those Who Served

When businesses and employees come together to support veterans, the results are powerful. Workplace giving creates a culture of compassion and responsibility that extends far beyond the office. It shows veterans that their community values their service and is committed to helping them rebuild their lives.

From a single employee’s contribution to a company-wide giving campaign, every effort counts. Together, we can ensure that no veteran in Central Florida has to face homelessness alone.

Make a Difference Today Through Your Workplace

You can start making a difference right now by taking three simple steps:

• Contact your HR department to learn about your workplace giving options.
• Designate NVHS as your charity of choice.
• Encourage your colleagues to join you in supporting veterans.

The sooner you begin, the sooner your contributions will start helping those who have served our country.

Make today the day you turn your work into a lifeline for a veteran. Connect with NVHS or visit our donation page to learn more about how your workplace can be part of the solution.

Disclaimer

NVHS is a tax-exempt public charity organized under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code. All donations are fully tax deductible so long as no goods or services were provided in exchange for them. NVHS is registered with the Florida Department of Agriculture: Division of Consumer Services. Registration number CH31885.

A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY VISITING FDACS.GOV OR CALLING TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.

Copies of NVHS’s IRS Tax Filing’s (Form 990) and other financial statements can be obtained at https://www.guidestar.org/profile/35-2330290.